What the BUPE Act Means for Better Addiction Treatment Congressman Paul D. Tonko (D-NY) and Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM) announced in early October the introduction of a bill known as the Broadening Utilization of Proven and Effective Treatment for Recovery, or BUPE Act. The BUPE Act is a powerful legislative tool that can improve
Learn How to Recognize and Avoid Fraudulent Homes Ongoing sober living fraud cases in Arizona and California highlight the importance of being aware and informed of these types of schemes, especially when it comes to seeking help for addiction treatment. Sober living homes are essential in helping people in recovery transition to a better, stable,
In California, the issue of sober living homes has ignited contentious debates, particularly in the wake of recent events like the alleged attempt on a child's life by Christopher Lee Kearns. Often touted as serene and supportive environments for individuals in recovery, these homes have increasingly become a point of contention in neighborhoods across the
Tianeptine, also called gas station heroin, is an unapproved antidepressant masquerading as a dietary supplement in the U.S., posing significant risks, including addiction, severe withdrawal symptoms, and potentially fatal outcomes. Marketed as a dietary aid for energy and focus, this substance carries risks far beyond its promises. What Is Tianeptine? Tianeptine was originally an antidepressant
More and more individuals are experimenting with reducing their alcohol use, if not completely quitting. Both celebs and commoners are talking about the California Sober strategy. Dr. Akhil Anand, a psychiatrist and addiction expert, has explored and reviewed the “California Sober” model to see if it might help you lessen the damage caused by intoxicants.
Are you interested in helping the children of addicted families this year? There are many opportunities during the holidays as well as year-round. Addiction is a Family Disease Addiction affects a person’s mind, body, and spirit. Of course, it affects the people who love them as well. Sometimes it is hard to know how a
In almost every area of the country, businesses have slowed and shut down in response to the pandemic. Social isolation is also taking a toll as more people face the uncertainty of the future. Sadly, the federal government has poured some extra money into hospitals without reserving any funds for other victims of the pandemic;
In the past several months, hundreds of people have died, and thousands have fallen ill from lung illnesses presumably caused by the vaping. In some cases, people vaped marijuana as well as nicotine. It’s not clear, even today, which brands or combinations of flavors caused the crisis. While the President talks about banning flavored nicotine,
One of the most common questions for people considering a stay in a substance or alcohol abuse facility is “can I smoke in rehab?” It’s a fair question when you consider that many people that struggle with addictions are also smokers. So, what do you need to know about smoking staying in an addiction treatment
Many people who consider themselves in recovery count themselves among the lucky. After all, getting clean and sober is a massive change in life. It garners many rewards. Unfortunately, long-term drug use can cause health issues and serious diseases no matter who you are. The research, done by the Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) Recovery Research
